BEFORE CONDITIONS
- Floor space was restricted by a closed off back entry within the kitchen
- Baseboard radiators limited placement of cabinetry and furniture
- Insufficient storage and counter space
- Breakfast table had to serve as work prep space as well as compact seating area
- Soffits and two different ceiling heights made the room feel smaller
- Dark cabinetry, worn linoleum, and vintage appliances that didn’t always work

CLIENT OBJECTIVES
- Open up the flow to allow cooking and gathering without feeling cramped
- Seating for casual meals
- Ensure all finishes are appropriate for this 1908 Home with classic bones
- Bright cabinetry, colorful accents, and durable finishes

DESIGN SOLUTIONS
- Walls around back entry and soffits were removed, ceiling height leveled.
- Refrigerator was relocated to the opposite wall with a new pantry.
- Wall oven and cooktop were replaced with a range, allowing for more counter space on either side of it.
- Shallow built-ins added by back door to maximize square footage with storage for shoes and everyday essentials.
- Bright white classic shaker style cabinets and durable light grey LVT flooring balance the deep tones of the quartz counters and dark aquamarine backsplash.
- Baseboard radiators were replaced with electric toe kick heaters
The trim was matched to the existing profiles in the rest of the home

THE DETAILS THAT MAKE IT WORK
- The narrow island with a butcher block counter not only serves as prep space, seating space and storage, but it’s also freestanding to allow it to be moved under the windows if needed.
- Added quick access to their extensive spices collection with both a pullout next to the hood and a drawer organizer